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Khmer Dances
Robam Choun Por or The Dance of Giving Blessing
Dance Description:
Robam Choun Por, or the Wishing Dance, is a type of worship dance performed for the gods and sacred beings, as well as to wish happiness to the kings and the nation. The dance's significant meaning is to seek blessings, with the dancers symbolizing heavenly beings. The transformation of the dance from a royal performance to a public one is a testament to its enduring appeal and cultural significance. When performed for the public, it wishes for fortune, happiness, and prosperity for the individuals being honored at the event.
Robam Tep Monorom or The Dance of Heavenly Bliss
Dance Description:
Robam Tep Monorom is often considered the most beautiful dance in the classical repertory. It embodies the friendship, prosperity, and well-being of Cambodian people. The dancers represent gods and goddesses as they move in and out of formation around and across the stage; this expresses heavenly bliss. They dance and sing to wish people and a nation happiness and prosperity.
Bopha Lokey or The Dance of Flower of the World
Dance Description:
Robam Bopba Lokey is a dance that explains the blossoming flower in the garden. This dance was performed initially in Cambodia in honor of National Children's Day. It's designed especially for young dancers to gain experience in movement and the rhythm of the classical orchestra.
Robam Tivea Propey or The Dance of a Graceful Day
Dance Description:
Robam Tivea Propey or initially performed in Cambodia in honor of National Children's Day. It is designed to give young dancers experience in movement and the rhythm of the classical orchestra. The song and dance describe solidarity, nationalism, and the children's joyous day.
Robam Preap Santipheap or The Dance of Peaceful Doves
Dance Description:
Robam Preap or White Bird Dance, the dove represents peace, as in many other parts of the world. White Dove is a dance to discourage war and the atrocities of war and to celebrate peace and harmony among all people.
Robam Neary Chea Chour or The Dance of Girls in Line
Dance Description:
Robam Neary Chea Chour is a dance that illustrates the meaning and beauty of Khmer dance. Another meaning of Neary Chea Chour dance is to express gratitude to the ancestors and teachers who preserved the dance and grace of the song until this day.